Premises Assistant

HARRIS FEDERATION; Chadwell St Mary; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A large educational institution in Chadwell St Mary is seeking a Premises Officer to maintain a safe and clean environment for students. The role involves managing health and safety, overseeing site repairs, and supporting educational staff in various technical tasks. Ideal candidates will have experience working in schools and possess physical fitness for necessary lifting. A competitive benefits package is offered.

Benefits

Competitive rewards and benefits package

Performance and Loyalty Bonus

Pension Scheme

Wellbeing Cash Plan

Qualifications

• Experience of working in an inner city school or educational establishment with children.
• Ability for some heavy lifting and physical fitness.
• Knowledge of maintenance and security systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to health and safety policies and mitigate risks.
• Carry out servicing and cleaning of academy vehicles.
• Provide technical support to teaching staff.
• Maintain and repair the academy premises.
• Liaise and supervise external contractors.

Skills

Basic knowledge of Health and Safety legislation

Basic training in maintenance skills

Experience in educational establishments

DIY experience

Physical fitness for lifting

Job description

Job Overview

We are looking for a Premises Officer to ensure the provision of a safe, clean, attractive learning environment, as part of a team undertaking responsibility for the maintenance, security, health and safety of the Harris Primary Academy Mayflower site.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring adherence to the academy health and safety policy, being vigilant for any hazards, mitigating risk immediately and appropriately and reporting as soon as possible
• Carrying out servicing, cleaning and checking of academy vehicles within your capabilities
• Providing technical and craft support to teaching staff
• Providing site security as required
• Reporting poor or dangerous behaviour by students or any potentially hazardous actions by staff
• Maintaining, decorating and repairing the academy premises where appropriate
• Liaising with and supporting external contractors on site, ensuring supervision at all times
• Maintaining the academy grounds, keeping the site clear of litter and emptying bins regularly
• Monitoring the toilets for cleanliness and replenishing supplies as necessary
• Regularly touring the academy, keeping corridors free from litter
• Assisting in maintaining the academy grounds
• Locking and securing gates as required
• Assisting in the removal of furniture e.g. for exams and academy events
• Reporting any lights that need replacing, graffiti or any broken fixtures and fittings

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and requirements
• Basic training in one or more of plumbing, general and ground maintenance, electrical/building maintenance, heating systems (or sound experience of same)
• Basic knowledge of the operation of heating, ventilating systems and common causes of malfunctions
• Knowledge of maintenance and security systems and procedures
• Knowledge of supervisory skills
• Understanding of appropriate cleaning methods and standards
• Experience of working in an inner city school or educational establishment with children and young people
• Considerable DIY experience and skills
• Ability for some heavy lifting, with physical fitness appropriate to tasks required
• Ability to monitor and report on structural faults/repairs
• Ability to monitor and order stocks of material
• Ability to work evenings and weekends on a regular basis
• Ability to deal with emergencies occurring outside normal working hours

School Overview

We are a five-form entry primary academy, currently educating over 1,100 pupils from Nursery through to Year 6. As the largest primary free school in the country, our growth and success have been made possible through the support of the Harris Federation, the Department for Education, and Thurrock Council.

Our Values

We are a sister school to Harris Primary Academy Chafford Hundred and Harris Academy Chafford Hundred, along with the other Academies in the Harris Federation. We work very closely together and share the very best practice and leadership knowledge and capacity to make the education we offer outstanding. Our vision, “Excellence, Every Child, Every Day,” is at the heart of everything we do. Our core values - Manners, Perseverance, Responsibility, Community, and Achievement - are the foundation of our academy. They shape our culture and contribute to the exceptional outcomes our children achieve year after year.

We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.

Benefits

In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website.